Assistant Program Director & Inclusion Lead

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k and employer contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking an Assistant Program Director (APD) to supervise staff, support daily operations, and ensure inclusive, high-quality programming for youth and families across NYC locations.

The APD will collaborate with the AVP of YD SBMH and DYCD, coordinating accommodations for students with disabilities and English Language Learners while maintaining strong stakeholder communication. Monday–Friday, standard program hours.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience working with youth in educational or community settings is essential.
• Bilingual ability to serve diverse NYC communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to meet goals.
• Support staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
• Maintain a visible presence during program hours to ensure safety and quality.
• Coordinate inclusion supports and communications with families and partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonse

Experience with youth/education

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Child Center of NY is seeking an Assistant Program Director (APD) to supervise staff, support daily operations, and ensure inclusive, high-quality programming for youth and families across NYC locations.

The APD will collaborate with the AVP of YD SBMH and DYCD, coordinating accommodations for students with disabilities and English Language Learners while maintaining strong stakeholder communication. Monday–Friday, standard program hours.